Tag: congress
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The Unseen Cost: Why Your EV Might Soon Come With a Hidden Bill
The Unseen Cost: Why Your EV Might Soon Come With a Hidden Bill As the Highway Trust Fund Shrinks, Congress Eyes a New Revenue Stream from Electric Vehicles The hum of electric vehicles on our roadways has become a familiar sound, heralding a cleaner, more sustainable future. Yet, as more drivers embrace the electric revolution,…
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The Silent Squeeze: How EV Fees Could Reshape America’s Roads and Your Wallet
The Silent Squeeze: How EV Fees Could Reshape America’s Roads and Your Wallet As the Highway Trust Fund faces a funding crisis, electric vehicles, once hailed as the future, are now squarely in the crosshairs for new taxes. The hum of electric vehicles on American roads has been growing steadily, a testament to a nation’s…
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A Capitol Divide: Congress’s Looming Battle Over Washington D.C.
A Capitol Divide: Congress’s Looming Battle Over Washington D.C. As crime concerns mount, the nation’s capital finds itself at the epicenter of a deepening political tug-of-war with implications far beyond its iconic monuments. The familiar hum of legislative machinery in Washington D.C. is about to be amplified by a new, increasingly contentious debate: how, or…
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The Clash of Titans: Trump’s Crusade Against the International Energy Agency’s Influence
The Clash of Titans: Trump’s Crusade Against the International Energy Agency’s Influence How a Washington offensive aims to reshape global energy policy by targeting a key international body. The Trump administration, in conjunction with influential Republican allies in Congress, has launched a concerted effort to oust a high-ranking official at the International Energy Agency (IEA).…
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When the Hackers Speak: What Congress Needs to Learn from the Cybersecurity Frontier
When the Hackers Speak: What Congress Needs to Learn from the Cybersecurity Frontier Defending Democracy in the Digital Age Demands Embracing the Unconventional Wisdom of Black Hat and DEF CON In the heart of Las Vegas, amidst the neon glow and the clatter of slot machines, a different kind of battle is being waged. Not…
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The Capitol’s Shadow: How D.C.’s Fate Hangs in the Balance of Congressional Power
The Capitol’s Shadow: How D.C.’s Fate Hangs in the Balance of Congressional Power Trump’s crime crackdown reignites a long-simmering battle over the District’s autonomy. Washington D.C. is more than just the nation’s capital; it’s a vibrant, complex city with over 700,000 residents who navigate its streets, schools, and economy like any other American. Yet, their…
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When the Hackers Talk, Washington Should Listen: Black Hat and DEF CON’s Urgent Message to Congress
When the Hackers Talk, Washington Should Listen: Black Hat and DEF CON’s Urgent Message to Congress At the forefront of cybersecurity innovation, these two iconic conferences present a stark mirror to legislative inaction and a roadmap for a more secure future. Every year, tens of thousands of the world’s brightest minds in cybersecurity descend upon…
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The Trump Administration’s Global Energy Chess Match: Targeting the IEA’s Influence
The Trump Administration’s Global Energy Chess Match: Targeting the IEA’s Influence As the former President eyes a return to power, his allies are intensifying efforts to reshape international energy policy, setting their sights on a pivotal global agency. The political landscape surrounding global energy policy is once again becoming a battleground, with the orbit of…
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From the Digital Trenches: How Black Hat and DEF CON Can Arm Congress Against Cyber Threats
From the Digital Trenches: How Black Hat and DEF CON Can Arm Congress Against Cyber Threats The nation’s premier cybersecurity conferences offer a stark, vital education for lawmakers grappling with an ever-evolving digital battlefield. Las Vegas, Nevada – A cacophony of technical jargon, buzzing server rooms, and passionate debates fills the air in Las Vegas…
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The Capital Under Siege: How D.C.’s Autonomy Becomes Congress’s Next Battleground
The Capital Under Siege: How D.C.’s Autonomy Becomes Congress’s Next Battleground As the nation’s capital grapples with rising crime, President Trump’s focus is poised to reignite an old constitutional clash, placing D.C.’s self-governance directly on Congress’s legislative agenda. The District of Columbia, a city that embodies the very notion of American governance, is once again…